Rainforest view on a guided expedition

With Abel

Go to the field with him.

Night herping, birding, photography and expeditions, guided by someone who has described dozens of species. For groups, institutions or nature travelers.

Abel teaching safe snake handling

Education & conservation

Ectotermia Herpetario

The amphibian and reptile education and conservation center Abel founded in Alto Boquete, Chiriquí. Open to the public since 2023: live fauna, talks, and the chance to meet Panama’s herpetofauna up close.

Plan a visit

Night herping

Guided night walks to find frogs, salamanders and snakes in the forest, led by a herpetologist who has described dozens of species.

Includes

  • Specialized scientific guide
  • On-site species identification
  • Best practices and conservation

For

Nature enthusiasts, photographers, students

Ask about availability

Birding

Birdwatching routes in some of Panama’s best spots, focused on flagship species and behavior.

Includes

  • Routes at optimal hours
  • Optics and photography support
  • Species checklists

For

Birders, nature travelers

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Wildlife photography

Sessions to photograph amphibians, reptiles and tropical wildlife with scientific judgment and respect for the animals and their habitat.

Includes

  • Subject locating
  • Ethical wildlife handling
  • Natural and behavioral context

For

Nature photographers, creators

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Scientific expeditions

Multi-day trips to remote areas to explore biodiversity, document species and experience real fieldwork.

Includes

  • Tailored itinerary design
  • Sampling and recording methods
  • Field logistics

For

Research groups, institutions, advanced travelers

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Environmental education

Talks, workshops and experiences for schools, communities and companies, bringing science and conservation to more people.

Includes

  • Talks and lectures
  • Hands-on workshops
  • Outreach materials

For

Schools, communities, organizations

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For companies & institutions

Environmental consulting

The judgment of a researcher with around 35 described species, for projects that need to get it right with wildlife.

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  • Environmental impact studies (fauna)
  • Amphibian & reptile ID and monitoring
  • Expert assessments & scientific advisory
  • Training for teams & communities